The terahertz regime is compressed between infrared and microwaves, bridging the gap between optics and electronics. Electromagnetic waves with frequencies range between 100 GHz and 10 THz is primarily refers to as terahertz technology. Growing application of terahertz technology for material and equipment inspection, medical imaging, industrial process control management and research laboratories is anticipated to accelerate the growth of the terahertz components and systems market across different regions globally. X ray scanners, security systems, luggage scanners and complex medical imaging systems are some of the key application area of terahertz technologies. With the increasing research activities, the application of terahertz systems are expanding to space aircrafts and aerospace systems. Rising penetration for terahertz technology in nondestructive testing for different materials is also fueling the market for terahertz components and systems market globally. Terahertz imaging is one of the major nondestructive evaluation method which is primarily used for the dielectric materials inspection as well as quality control in the biomedical, pharmaceutical, security, aerospace and materials characterization industries. Moreover, active imaging methods are used for medical imaging as it is biologically safe and it is used for detecting skin cancer which is also one of the major driving factor for the market.

The global terahertz components and systems market was valued at US$ 96.3 million in 2017 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 27.9% during the forecast period (2017 – 2025).

Source: Coherent Market Insights Analysis (2017)

Increasing application of terahertz technology in nondestructive testing for biomedical and pharmaceutical materials drives the growth of terahertz components and systems market

Increasing application of terahertz technology for characterization and thickness mapping of ceramic, dielectric and composite materials is one of the major driving factor for the market. Terahertz technology primarily characterizes micro-structure variation in dielectric materials without causing any damage. Growing prevalence of chronic dieses like cancer and other skin related problems demand advanced technology based devices for better and quick detection for fast recovery. This in turn is boosting the application of terahertz radiations in different high end medical devices globally. The growing government initiatives towards security in high alert zones like airports, railway stations and metro stations along with growing concern towards homeland security is also anticipated to drive the global market over the forecast period. The available terahertz devices are expensive and bulky which may hinder the growth of the market in near future. However, with the increasing research activities in this field is working on innovating flexible and cost effective terahertz devices. Moreover, developments in terms of system robustness, cost efficiency and measuring speed have to be implemented to make terahertz systems more competitive.

Advanced terahertz technology for quality control and process management is a prominent factor to fuel the terahertz components and systems market

T-rays or terahertz radiations shows potential application in the food industry for quality control process. Owing to its sensitivity towards water, so terahertz radiations are suitable for moisture detection. Increasing technological advancement in the food industry along with growing concern towards food quality is boosting the market for terahertz components and systems globally. Moreover, solar industry and homeland security are some of the prime application areas of terahertz technology which is anticipated to have positive impact on the market over the forecast period. Terahertz technology also have potential applications in archeological and historical studies as it can primarily characterizes the metal, stone, paints and any material without causing any damage. Terahertz systems have potential applications for chemical recognition. Furthermore, terahertz technology also have applications in advanced telecommunications which is having a positive impact on the market for terahertz components and systems over the forecast period.

Electromagnetic waves with frequencies range between 100 GHz and 10 THz is primarily refers to as terahertz technology. High chemical selectivity as well as the penetration of opaque materials are some of the major advantages of terahertz technology. Undeveloped electromagnetic waves are known as terahertz waves which fall between radio waves and light in the frequency spectrum and have the ability to pass through paper, cloths, cardboard, plastics, wood, masonry and ceramics. Increasing application of terahertz technologies in laboratory along with medical imaging is anticipated to fuel the market for terahertz components and systems market globally. Luggage scanners, x ray scanners and other medical devices are some of the major application area of terahertz technologies. In the field of biomedical diagnostics along with in the study of archeological and historical work, terahertz imaging methods plays an important part globally.

The terahertz components and systems market is expected to gain steady traction in the foreseeable future owing to growing application of terahertz technologies in different industry verticals which include material inspection and process control monitoring among others.

Market Dynamics

The terahertz regime is compressed between infrared and microwaves, bridging the gap between optics and electronics. With diversified research and development activities is having a positive impact on the growing application of the terahertz technology. The market for terahertz components and systems is gaining significant traction due to growing potential application of terahertz applications across security scanning, process control, medical imaging and advanced communication instruments, among others. Different sort of materials like plastics, polymers among others are being used widely. Terahertz technology plays a crucial role in the inspection of such materials. Moreover, inspection of critical components for instance plastic airbag caps in advanced vehicles is one of the prime application area of terahertz technology.

Market Taxonomy

This report segments the global terahertz components and systems market on the basis of components, systems, application, and geography. On the basis of components, the terahertz components and systems market is categorized into terahertz detectors and terahertz sources among others. On the basis of systems, the terahertz components and systems are segmented into terahertz radar, systems based on spectroscopy, and terahertz sensing. Systems based on spectroscopy is segmented into time domain spectroscopy, frequency domain spectroscopy, imaging by scanning. On the basis of application, the terahertz components and systems market is categorized into industrial process management, research laboratory, medical imaging, and Nondestructive Testing among others. For complete understanding of market dynamics, the global terahertz components and systems market is analyzed across key geographical regions namely Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa. Each of these regions is evaluated on the basis of market findings across key countries in these regions for a macro-level understanding of the market.

Key features of the study:

This report provides in-depth analysis of the terahertz components and systems market and its application, market size (US$ Million) and Cumulative Annual Growth Rate (CAGR (%)) for the forecast period: 2017 – 2025, considering 2016 as the base year

It elucidates potential revenue opportunity across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrix for this market

This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, regional outlook, and competitive strategy adopted by the leading players

It profiles leading players in the global terahertz components and systems market based on the following parameters – company overview, financial performance, product portfolio, geographical presence, distribution strategies, key developments and strategies and future plans

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Detailed Segmentation:

Global Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

Global Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

Global Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

Global Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Geography:

North America

U.S.

U.S. Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

U.S. Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

U.S. Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

Canada

Canada Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

Canada Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

Canada Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

Europe

U.K.

U.K. Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

U.K. Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

U.K. Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

Germany

Germany Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

Germany Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

Germany Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

Italy

Italy Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

Italy Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

Italy Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

France

France Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

France Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

France Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

Spain

Spain Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

Spain Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

Spain Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

Russia

Russia Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

Russia Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

Russia Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

Industrial Process Management

Research Laboratory

Medical Imaging

Nondestructive Testing

Others

Rest of Europe

Rest of Europe Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Components:

Terahertz Sources

Terahertz Detectors

Others

Rest of Europe Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Systems:

Systems based on spectroscopy

Time Domain Spectroscopy

Frequency Domain Spectroscopy

Imaging by Scanning

Terahertz Radar

Terahertz Sensing

Rest of Europe Terahertz Components and Systems Market, By Application:

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